For some, the ideal night out is surrounded by a hundred people with loud music, while for others, the best night out is actually in with a book or playing a game by themselves. Which type do you identify with more?

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More importantly what do you do to coexist with people who are different? If you're an introvert (like me), you might recharge best by spending several hours alone. That might cause friction, though, if you have extroverted friends or significant others who prefer to go out or socialize frequently.

Which type of personality do you tend towards more, and how do you balance that with others who are different? Do you negotiate trade-offs ("we'll stay in on Friday, but go out on Saturday")? Do you prefer to just find friends who have the same preferences as you? How do you approach people when you need to discuss that your socialization and down time needs are different from theirs?